Karin1984
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Hey all,
I am curious what people on this board think of a development we have here at Disneyland Paris. Causing a bit of a stir, and I like to hear more opinions.
In Paris we have 2 types of disability passes, 1. Where you can get into a ride or show using a back entrance, no return time necessary. You just show up. 2. Where you get a return time.
They have now implemented for the indoor characters (at fixed locations) a virtual queue. Twice a day, 9.45am & 2.00pm a batch of tickets is released and you book a slot in the app. The app determines your return time. There is no choosing and there are no alternatives. It is virtual queuing only. As tickets can go incredibly fast, it is system based on luck, and a bit of experience and skill to quickly navigate in the app.
Those with disability passes are in the same boat as all other guests. They have to book like all the other guests.
There are some with pass #1 who have issues, saying it is less inclusive as there only 2 chances a day (what if you have slow starters, you have to be in the park to book), what if you need a medical break and can't be book on time or cant be back on time, you can still have a wait when you return.
Issues having to explain this system to those in your party who have difficulty understanding the concept of a line. To have to explain to a child with cognitive disabilities, for example: "no, you cannot meet Mickey this time as mommy wasn't able to book a slot."
The only really valid issue I have heard is for those who are blind or visually impaired and cannot use or have difficulty using the app. No idea how Disney solves this.
I have pass #1, and I am not a fan of this system, however I do think it is good all guests have equal chances. Most of the issues mentioned could also happen under the old system.
There are also those with a pass who like the system, as this gives them a chance. In the old system lines at the princesses & Mickey could still be 45 minutes even with a pass, so some never did meet these characters.
But I cannot think of every scenario with any possible disability, so, I am curious. What do you think of this system. How do the virtual lines in the US work if you use DAS?
Thank you!
I am curious what people on this board think of a development we have here at Disneyland Paris. Causing a bit of a stir, and I like to hear more opinions.
In Paris we have 2 types of disability passes, 1. Where you can get into a ride or show using a back entrance, no return time necessary. You just show up. 2. Where you get a return time.
They have now implemented for the indoor characters (at fixed locations) a virtual queue. Twice a day, 9.45am & 2.00pm a batch of tickets is released and you book a slot in the app. The app determines your return time. There is no choosing and there are no alternatives. It is virtual queuing only. As tickets can go incredibly fast, it is system based on luck, and a bit of experience and skill to quickly navigate in the app.
Those with disability passes are in the same boat as all other guests. They have to book like all the other guests.
There are some with pass #1 who have issues, saying it is less inclusive as there only 2 chances a day (what if you have slow starters, you have to be in the park to book), what if you need a medical break and can't be book on time or cant be back on time, you can still have a wait when you return.
Issues having to explain this system to those in your party who have difficulty understanding the concept of a line. To have to explain to a child with cognitive disabilities, for example: "no, you cannot meet Mickey this time as mommy wasn't able to book a slot."
The only really valid issue I have heard is for those who are blind or visually impaired and cannot use or have difficulty using the app. No idea how Disney solves this.
I have pass #1, and I am not a fan of this system, however I do think it is good all guests have equal chances. Most of the issues mentioned could also happen under the old system.
There are also those with a pass who like the system, as this gives them a chance. In the old system lines at the princesses & Mickey could still be 45 minutes even with a pass, so some never did meet these characters.
But I cannot think of every scenario with any possible disability, so, I am curious. What do you think of this system. How do the virtual lines in the US work if you use DAS?
Thank you!
